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Albuquerque Police Chief Highlights Effective Legislative Hits for Public Safety

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SANTA FE, N.M. — The last legislative session in New Mexico saw a mix of hits and misses when it comes to bills related to public safety, according to Albuquerque Police Department Chief Harold Medina. While some bills did not make the cut, others, like House Bill 175, successfully secured funding for new technology and infrastructure for law enforcement throughout the state. Thanks to this funding, the police department has been able to invest in additional license plate readers, interface technology to integrate their systems, and more cameras, as highlighted by Chief Medina. In addition … Read more

Former Public Defender Seeking Probation in Ethics Case After Arguing for the Benefits of Cocaine

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ERIE, Pennsylvania – A former assistant public defender in Erie, Pennsylvania, who previously argued that cocaine can have cognitive benefits, is now seeking disciplinary probation in an ethics case. Nathaniel Edmond Strasser, the lawyer in question, had initially represented himself during the proceedings and suggested that low doses of cocaine can positively impact cognitive abilities. However, Strasser has since admitted that his self-representation was inappropriate and deficient. He is now being represented by attorney Philip Friedman. In a recent brief filed with the disciplinary board of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, Friedman acknowledged that Strasser is … Read more

Abreu Advogados Strengthens Public Law and Environment Practice with Three New Lawyers

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Lisbon, Portugal – Abreu Advogados, a leading law firm in Portugal, has expanded its urban planning and land use, public works, and environment practice by adding three new lawyers to its team. This move highlights the firm’s commitment to providing diverse services and reinforcing the expertise of its team. The new members joining Abreu Advogados are Ana Rodrigues de Almeida, who will be a professional partner, and Laëtitia Ferro Rodrigues and Tiago Salgueiro Mendes, who will both join as associates. Inês Sequeira Mendes, the managing partner of Abreu Advogados, expressed the firm’s investment and dedication … Read more

Exploring the Rise of Bankruptcy Court in Public Harms Litigation: Case in Focus – Harrington v. Purdue Pharma

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Washington, DC – The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Monday in a case that highlights the increasing use of bankruptcy court by corporations involved in public harms litigation. The case in question is Purdue Pharma’s bankruptcy deal, which seeks to shield the company’s owners, the Sackler family, from civil liability in exchange for a $6 billion contribution to a settlement. This raises important questions about the role of bankruptcy court in addressing public health crises and whether bypassing the traditional civil litigation process is an effective solution. Bankruptcy court has become an attractive … Read more